Chapter 19

"Yuri, as expected. No one would normally say something like 'better than Kaiyu-sama for a meal!' and no one would answer so immediately."

When Bax left to clean up the IV, Dillnan and Elies came over, laughing, as if the discussion had ended.

"…Kaiyu-sama, the Demon King-sama?"

"Yes. The name of our lord, the Demon King of the North, is Kaiyu-sama."

"Lord."

The Demon King is our employer, and his name is Kaiyu. Alright, noted.

"…Dillnan, I really want this child to join the medical team."

"No way. Elies' place is enough."

"I want to see this child in a nurse's uniform. If she learns first aid and can treat injuries, it would be a great help in emergencies."

"You're spilling your true feelings in the first half! …But I agree with teaching her first aid."

"If it benefits Yuri, I think it would be fine to study first aid until noon during her health check-up. Fortunately, there seem to be plenty of opportunities to practice."

…Am I just imagining it, or is my workload increasing again? No, I'm not imagining it.

"Field operatives, indeed. They are always getting injured during training, and it would be a good practice ground."

"When they come for treatment, they can be treated by a cute nurse, which would boost morale and make it easier for the field team leaders to accept Yuri."

"In that case, I'll immediately order a nurse's uniform from Kalaf."

Dillnan, isn't it a bit pitiful to call them 'practice subjects'?

Elies, you're very calculating.

Vincent, your skill in steering the conversation is a result of your experience.

By the way, who is Kalaf??

"Hey, is Yuri going to join the medical team too!?"

And Bax, who latched onto Vincent's words, when did you come back? You have incredibly good hearing.

"Only while she's learning first aid."

"Yuri will wear a nurse's uniform, Bax."

"Yuri in a nurse's uniform… Unbelievable, do more!"

Ignoring Dillnan's very displeased expression, Vincent said, and Bax shouted in high spirits, "Unbelievable, do more!"

Various decisions are being made without my input, and I'm watching in resignation. Then, the medical room door was opened with a bang.

"Here it is! The first chef's uniform!"

Looking at the door, I was taken aback by the person standing there.

It was probably based on a dress, but it was a skirt-like outfit with deep slits, paired with leggings and a shawl. The overall design was well-coordinated, not feeling out of place, but the various colors of the fabric used were a visual assault.

The impact was already significant, but the person had their long blonde hair elegantly tied up with ornate pins and matching fabric, and even applied makeup meticulously.

I think it suits this person, but they are a man, right? Could they be a drag queen?

Amazing, the North Demon King Castle. There's no end to the surprises.

"…That was quick, Kalaf."

"We are professionals in fashion. The design is set, and once we know the size… especially for a small child like Yuri, it's a piece of cake. Elaborate outfits take more time, so I'll make them when I have more time."

Dillnan, as usual, spoke to the person.

This is something I shouldn't mind.

"Kalaf, I have another request. Please make a nurse's uniform for Yuri as well."

"Of course! If it's for Yuri, I can make a skirt-type nurse's uniform, right!?"

While I was thinking about that, Vincent was already placing the order.

Eh, do I really need a dedicated nurse's uniform just to learn first aid? …But my opinion won't be heard, I'm sure.

Still, from the flow of the conversation, this person who is enthusiastically talking with Vincent seems to be Kalaf, the one who makes the clothes.

"Kalaf, please make a skirt-type."

Bax, your image is rapidly changing.

Should I call you resourceful or a pervert?

"Skirt-type… Isn't it too cute and dangerous?"

"Yuri is a child, so it's better if it's cute."

"It will definitely boost morale."

No, everyone's image might have changed.

Dillnan is overprotective.

Elies and Vincent… I don't want to think too deeply about them.

"Then, I'll make both skirt and pants types."

Saying "I'll make both" so easily, Kalaf is amazing.

Everyone nodded in agreement.

After the nurse's uniform discussion, Kalaf's eyes finally turned to me.

"Nice to meet you, Yuri. I'm Kalaf, the deputy leader of the blacksmith team and in charge of fashion. Nice to meet you."

"Nice to meet you, Yuri. …Kalaf, is it a brother or a sister??"

"Ah, good girl, Yuri. You can call me Kalaf-senpai."

"Kalaf-senpai, nice to meet you."

Kalaf is the deputy leader of the blacksmith team. Still, a fashion department in the blacksmith team? Is it because of the department or the status that this outfit is allowed?? These questions came to mind, but I put them aside for now.

I had another question, and when I asked, it turned out to be a hit. Kalaf seems to be a drag queen.

Elies looks more like a lady, but I shouldn't say that. I won't even think about it. My survival instinct is on high alert.

"…I see, you can read the room well. No wonder Elies likes you."

…Good, if I had looked at Elies just now, I might have lost my life.

But I can't show my fear here. I have to endure.

A Japanese specialty, laugh it off.

"Right, right, Yuri's chef's uniform is ready. Can you try it on?"

Laughing, Kalaf changed the subject. Saved…!

The uniform offered to me was the same chef's uniform as Dillnan's. The same pure white jacket, black pants, and salon apron that I had worn while working.

While some workplaces have all-white uniforms, the feet and stomach tend to get dirty easily when carrying things and doing various tasks.

It's inevitable, but appearance greatly influences people's impressions, so it's better to look as clean as possible.

However, in the food industry, even if the dirt isn't visible, being unclean is unacceptable. Wearing clean clothes at all times is a given.

"The uniforms of the North Demon King Castle are made of special materials. They are light like fabric but much stronger than regular armor. They are perfect for protecting you. Plus, they are very resistant to dirt."

Eh, the chef's uniform is stronger than armor!? What kind of material is this? Is that why the blacksmith team has a fashion department?

And that's why Dillnan wore the chef's uniform in the forest.

Several questions were answered at once.

I received the chef's uniform from Kalaf, thanked her, and started changing right there.

"Oh, bold."

"Oh my."

I ignored the comments from Kalaf and Elies. After all, I'm a child and I was wearing undergarments.

I changed without worrying about the gazes. Kalaf casually collected and folded the clothes I had taken off. Thank you.

This chef's uniform feels as comfortable as cotton. It's quite thick, but I was surprised that it could be as strong as armor.

It took some time to button up, but I successfully changed into the familiar uniform and carefully tied the apron strings to ensure they wouldn't come loose.

"Done!"

"…Perfect fit."

"The size is just right."

Getting the approval of Dillnan and Kalaf, my face relaxed.

I know the road ahead will be difficult, but I'm incredibly happy to wear this uniform again.

I got the chef's uniform, the uniform of a cook!